Robert Sterling Klipera on December 28, 2020 of Oyster Bay. Beloved husband of Betsy. Loving father of Holly and Cassie. Dear father in law of Dylan Sammut. Cherished brother of Bruce (Mary Lou).  Brother in law of Suzanne (Tom) Schwind, and Lynn Elia.  Uncle of Travis (Carrie), Emma and Jennifer (Michael) Purpi. Great Uncle of Oliva, Logan and Jack . A Private Burial will be held at Bayville Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a The Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. Due to the Pandemic a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.